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๐Ÿ”ข CSS Unit Converter

Convert between CSS units like px, rem, em, vh, vw and more for responsive design.

๐Ÿ“ Convert Units

Pixels (px)

โš™๏ธ Settings

๐Ÿ“š CSS Unit Reference

Pixels (px)
Absolute unit
Root EM (rem)
Relative to root font-size
EM
Relative to parent font-size
Viewport Width (vw)
1% of viewport width
Viewport Height (vh)
1% of viewport height
Percentage (%)
Relative to parent
Points (pt)
Print unit (1pt = 1/72in)
Centimeters (cm)
Physical unit
Millimeters (mm)
Physical unit
Inches (in)
Physical unit

Detailed information and frequently asked questions

What is a CSS Unit Converter?

A CSS Unit Converter is a tool that helps developers convert between different CSS units such as px, em, rem, %, vw, and vh. These units are essential in responsive web design, where elements need to adapt to different screen sizes and devices.Instead of manually calculating values, MeTen's CSS Unit Converter provides instant and accurate conversions, saving you time and eliminating guesswork during development.

How to Use the CSS Unit Converter

View the converted result instantly

  • Enter the value you want to convert (e.g., 16px)
  • Select the unit you want to convert from
  • Choose the target unit (em, rem, %, vw, vh, etc.)

Supported CSS Units

This tool supports all commonly used CSS units, including:

  • Pixels (px)
  • Em (em)
  • Root Em (rem)
  • Percentage (%)
  • Viewport Width (vw)
  • Viewport Height (vh)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Quick answers to the most common questions about this tool.

1What is the difference between px, em, and rem in CSS?+

px is a fixed unit, while em and rem are relative units. em is based on the parent element's font size, whereas rem is based on the root (html) font size. rem is more consistent for scalable layouts.

2How do you convert px to rem in CSS?+

To convert px to rem, divide the pixel value by the root font size (usually 16px). For example, 32px equals 2rem if the root font size is 16px.

3How does vw and vh work in CSS?+

vw and vh are viewport-based units. 1vw equals 1% of the viewport width, and 1vh equals 1% of the viewport height. These units are useful for responsive layouts.

4How to convert px to em manually?+

To convert px to em, divide the pixel value by the font size of the parent element. For example, if the parent font size is 16px, then 24px equals 1.5em.

5When should you use rem instead of em?+

Use rem when you want consistent scaling across the entire website. Unlike em, rem is not affected by nested elements, making it easier to maintain.

6What is the best unit for responsive design in CSS?+

There is no single best unit. rem is ideal for typography, while %, vw, and vh are commonly used for layouts. A combination of units is typically used for fully responsive designs.

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